Evans EQ3 Resonant Black 20" Bass Drum Head - No Port | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Evans EQ3 Resonant Black BD20RB-NP is a 20" single-ply resonant bass drum head delivering the full warmth, depth, and sustain of an unported front head in a smaller kick drum format. Built on 10-mil film with an internal overtone control ring, the EQ3 Resonant Black produces a medium-warm tone with focused attack and a controlled, short decay that performs equally well in live and studio settings. Whether you're running a compact jazz or fusion setup, playing a vintage 20" kit, or simply prefer the tighter, punchier character of a smaller bass drum, this head unlocks the full resonance of your kick without compromise.
Product Overview
Like its 22" counterpart, the BD20RB-NP arrives completely unported — no factory hole cut, no resonance sacrificed. A closed front head allows the bass drum cavity to pressurize and breathe naturally with each stroke, producing the round, full low end that an open or heavily ported head simply cannot replicate. For players who want to cut their own port hole at a specific size and position, the unported EQ3 Resonant Black is the ideal starting point. For those who prefer no port at all, it delivers the complete, uncompromised tone the drum was designed to produce.
The internal overtone control ring addresses the one trade-off of a fully closed front head — managing ring and sustain — without requiring external muffling. Built into the head's interior, the ring damps excess overtones and shortens decay to a focused, musical length, keeping the kick tone defined and punchy rather than washed out or indistinct. The result is a warm, controlled low end with a clear attack transient that sits well in a mix at any volume.
At 20", this head is particularly well suited to jazz, fusion, and acoustic applications where a smaller bass drum's natural warmth and responsiveness are part of the instrument's appeal. The black film finish maintains the clean, professional front-of-kit appearance that works equally well on stage and in the studio.
Ideal For
- Jazz, fusion, and acoustic drummers playing 20" kick drums who want maximum warmth and resonance from an unported front head
- Vintage kit players seeking a clean, properly sized resonant head that honors the original tonal character of a smaller bass drum
- Studio recording drummers capturing the full depth and sustain of a 20" kick without internal muffling compromising the natural tone
- Players who want to cut a custom port hole at their preferred size and location rather than working around a factory-cut opening
- Drummers in Idaho Falls looking for a premium 20" resonant bass drum head with built-in overtone control and a classic black finish
Key Features
No Port Hole — Full Resonance Unlocked
Shipped completely uncut, the EQ3 Resonant Black preserves the full tonal depth and sustain of a closed bass drum cavity — cut your own port if desired, or leave it untouched for maximum warmth.
Internal Overtone Control Ring
A built-in control ring damps unwanted overtones from the inside, producing a focused, musical decay without external muffling materials — clean tone straight out of the box.
Medium-Warm Tone with Focused Attack
The 10-mil single-ply film and internal damping deliver a tone profile that balances low-end warmth with a defined attack transient — versatile across jazz, fusion, pop, and studio applications.
10-Mil Single-Ply Construction
Substantial enough to hold tuning reliably under regular use, while remaining acoustically open enough to let the 20" bass drum's natural resonance develop fully.
Clean Black Finish
The black film finish gives the front of the kit a classic, professional look that photographs and films cleanly in both live and studio environments.
What's Included
- Evans EQ3 Resonant Black 20" Bass Drum Head — No Port (1 head)
- Manufacturer warranty (see Evans warranty terms)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Evans |
| Series | EQ3 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BD20RB-NP |
| Size | 20" |
| Type | Resonant (front head) |
| Ply Construction | 1-ply |
| Film Thickness | 10mil |
| Finish | Black |
| Port Hole | None — unported |
| Internal Damping | Overtone control ring |
| Tone Profile | Medium-warm, focused attack, short decay |
Get Your Hands on This Bass Drum Head Today
The Evans EQ3 Resonant Black 20" is available now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Stop in and let our team help you dial in the right front head for your kick drum — whether you're playing a vintage 20" shell or a modern compact setup, we'll help you find the tone you're after.
